Always carry a spare tire that is at least as adequate as the four bolted on. Most cars come standard with a spare tire that has the range and capacity of an American Idol reject. Too many times, I have seen people take these things too far, and drive down the freeway at 80 mph. [...]

No, not my wife. I technically do not have a trunk to house her in, since I drive a pick-up. Since room is cramped behind the seats, and I don’t drive that far anymore, I no longer carry an old bag. This is an overnight bag, with a change of clothes and a small bath [...]

There has been much upheaval in the local media about water conservation. None of it seems to focus on 2 simple facts: 1. This is a desert, there is no water here, we import our water. 2. There are too many houses built on it. If the authorities want any real impact, the solution would [...]

Some of you are about to be amazed. Well, at least some people that haven’t seen me in a while. I no longer have crooked teeth, but I may still be subject to the name “Can-opener” Last Monday, the dentist said that my teeth were ready for the next phase. The following conversation between the [...]